FAYETTE, Iowa (April 29, 2013) – Eight Upper Iowa University students were recently inducted into the Alpha Chi Honor Society, one of two major Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS) based on scholarly achievement of college juniors and seniors from all fields.

Members of Alpha Chi are identified and elected by the faculties of their schools as ranking in the top 10 percent of juniors, seniors and graduate students. They represent the best undergraduate and graduate students in all academic fields at their institutions.

About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs and leadership development opportunities to some 6,200 students—nationally and internationally—at its Fayette campus and learning centers worldwide. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and independent study. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.